Choice Commercial Cleaning RISK ASSESSMENT · 2019. 7. 17. · Created on 2/16/2013 12:10:00 AM...

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RISK ASSESSMENT

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Risk Assessment Form

Company 1st Choice Commercial Cleaning

Activity Toilets, WC Bowls, Urinals, Wash Hand Basins and Sinks

Significant Hazards Persons Affected Existing Controls Risk Rating

L/M/H Additional Controls Required

Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals.

Operative

All

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in manufacturers instructions for use. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments.

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Print Name Position Signature Date Review Date

Risk Assessor Derek Johnston Manager On Going

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Company 1st

Choice Commercial Cleaning

Activity Showers, Shower Head, Cubicles and Base



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Potential scalding of hands

Operative

All

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments. Check position of temperature control on mixer valve before placing hands underneath.

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Activity Clean Sinks, Wash hand Basins



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Potential scalding of hands

Operative

All

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves. Operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove. Operatives to be inducted in manufacturers instructions for use. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards.

Check temperature of hot water tap before placing hands underneath

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Activity Replenishment of Supplies



Action By & Date

Injury to back due to lifting boxes of supplies.

Operative Operatives trained in correct manual handling techniques. Attention to be drawn to ‘Manual Handling’ Risk Assessment. Persons with known history of back problems are excluded from this activity.

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Risk Assessor

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Activity Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings – Wet Clean



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals.

Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments Mix hot and cold water and test before use. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Adherence to COSHH assessments

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None

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None



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Activity Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings – Polishing



Action By & Date

Damage to eyes caused by aerosol spray.

Operative Check direction of jet prior to use. Spray away from face and breathing zone. Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Applicable COSHH assessment sheet to be displayed in cleaning cupboard. Operatives to adhere to COSHH assessments.

L None



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Activity Descaling Glazed or Stainless Steel Sanitary Ware and Water Fittings



Action By & Date

Irritation/burns to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Damage to eyes caused by splashes.

Operative

All

Operative/other users

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). All equipment to be cleaned thoroughly after use. Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments.

Eye goggles to be worn.

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Toilet areas should be locked off and warning signs placed on doors. Toilets should never be left unattended.

This task to be undertaken by experienced staff only. No descaler chemical to be left on site.



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Activity Dry Suction – Soft Fabric Furniture



Action By & Date

Electrocution from broken cables. Trip over cable

Operative

Operative

Operative to carry out visual inspection of cables prior to use. Operative to be careful not to catch cables under doors. Vacuum cleaner to be subject to 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Programme. Operatives instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Glass Internal



Action By & Date

Injury due to falling objects. Injury due to falls. Cuts from broken glass

Passers by

Operative

Operative

Warning signs to be erected. Operative to inspect condition of ladders prior to use. Operative to undergo training for working at heights prior to work. Inspect panes for damage prior to cleaning. Do not clean if cracked or otherwise damaged. Report damage to Site Services Manager. Note Internal glazing should be safety glass, or glass to which a safety film has been applied.

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None

Work at heights should only be undertaken under the supervision of

None



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Activity Walls – Wet Cleaning



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Injury due to falls.

Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments

Operative to undergo training for working at heights before using steps.

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Training for working at heights to be arranged.

To be arranged on an ‘as required’ basis



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Activity Carpets – Wet Cleaning



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Injury from slips and falls Back injury due to movement of furniture

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. Safety signs to be erected

Operative to be aware of ‘Manual Handling Risk Assessment’ Operatives to work in pairs when moving furniture. Operatives to be trained in correct manual handling techniques.

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None

None

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None



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Activity Hard Floors – Seal



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Injury from slips and falls Back injury due to movement of furniture and machinery Electrocution due to damaged cables making contact with wet floors Trip over cable

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

Operative

All

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. Safety signs to be erected. Consider an alternative cleaning time. Operative to be aware of ‘Manual Handling Risk Assessment’ Operatives to work in pairs when moving furniture. Operative to be trained in correct manual handling techniques. Operative to check condition of cable before use. Machinery to be subject to 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Programme Operative instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height.. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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None



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Activity Strip vinyl and reseal



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Injury from slips and falls Back injury due to movement of furniture and machinery Electrocution due to damaged cables making contact with wet floors Trip over cable

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

Operative

All

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. Safety signs to be erected. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

Operative to be aware of ‘Manual Handling Risk Assessment’ Operatives to work in pairs when moving furniture. Operative to be trained in correct Manual Handling Techniques.

Operative to check condition of cable before use. Machine to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by a competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Programme. Operatives to be instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height, Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Cleaning Brasses



Action By & Date

Mild irritation to skin Operative Operative to wear Nitrile gloves. Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessment.

L None



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Activity Cleaning of Drains and Gully Channels



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Injury from slips and falls

Operative

Operative

All

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. Adherence to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. Safety signs to be erected around manholes. Time of cleaning to be carried out outside peak hours.

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Activity Floor Cleaning Equipment – After Use



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Back injury due to lifting of equipment

Operative

All

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required by other site users Operatives to be aware of ‘Manual Handling Risk Assessment’ Operative to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques

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Activity Brush Sweep Floor



Action By & Date

Risk of back injury from moving furniture and equipment. Risk of falling down stairs whilst walking backwards

Operative

Operative

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment. Operative to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques. Operative to take great care when walking backwards down stairs whilst sweeping. Cleaning to be undertaken outside peak usage.

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Activity Dust Control Mopping



Action By & Date

Risk of back injury from moving furniture and equipment.

Operative

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment. Operatives to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques.

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None



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Activity Vacuum Cleaning



Action By & Date

Risk of back injury from moving furniture and equipment. Risk of injury from electrocution Trip over cable

Operative

Operative

All

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment. Operatives to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Machinery to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by a competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Programme. Operatives instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Damp Mopping



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals Possible slips on wet floor Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals.

Operative

All

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers correct instructions for use. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible. Consider an alternative cleaning time. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operatives to adhere to COSHH assessments. Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment and to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques.

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None

None

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None



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Activity Machine Damp Mop – Bonnet Mopping



Action By & Date

Risk of back injury from moving furniture and equipment. Risk of injury from electrocution Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Trip over cable

Operative

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

All

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment and to be trained in correct Manual Handling Techniques. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Machine to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) programme. Operative to wear rubber gloves and to adhere to COSHH assessments (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to wear rubber gloves and to adhere to COSHH assessments. Operatives instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Wet Scrub



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

All


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None

None

None

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None



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Activity Spray Burnishing



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

All


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None

None

None

None

None

None



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Activity Vacuum Cleaning – Carpets



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

All

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment and to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Machine to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) programme. Operatives instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Vacuuming Barrier Mats



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

All

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment and to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Machine to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) programme. Operatives instructed to keep cable behind line of work. Operatives instructed not to allow cable to become taut at ankle height. Consider an alternative cleaning time.

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Activity Clean Matwells/Entrance Mats



Action By & Date

Risk of back injury from moving furniture and equipment. Risk of injury from electrocution Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Possible slips on wet floor. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals.

Operative

Operative

Operative

All

Operative

Operative to be aware of Manual Handling Risk Assessment and to be trained in correct Manual Handling techniques. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Operative to visually check cable for breakages before connecting to power supply. Machine to be subject to a 12 monthly examination by competent electrician under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) programme. Operative to wear rubber gloves (operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative type of glove). Operative to be inducted in Manufacturers correct instructions for use. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments. Display warning signs. Dry floor as much as possible . Consider a cleaning time when no access is required. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments.

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None



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Activity Damp Clean Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves and to be inducted in Manufacturers correct instructions for use. (Operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Operative to adhere to COSHH Assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards.

Operative to adhere to COSHH Assessments.

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None



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Activity Damp Clean Low Level Surfaces



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative



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None

None

None



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Activity Damp Clean High Level Surfaces



Action By & Date

Irritation to skin caused by contact with chemicals. Scalds from water being too hot. Inhalation of fumes due to mixing of chemicals. Injury from falls from step ladders

Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative



Operative to visually check ladder for signs of damage and check for stability before climbing steps. Operatives to work in pairs for this operation.

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None Operatives to undergo training for working at heights/from steps/step ladder safety

Operatives to be trained on an ‘as required’ basis.



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Activity Emptying Waste Bins



Action By & Date

Injury from Sharp Objects Operative Operative must never put hands in a bin to compact rubbish. Established procedure in place for needlestick injuries.

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Acquaint all operatives with sharps/needlestick injury procedure.

ASAP



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Activity Sanitise Waste Bins



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves and to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. (Operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments.

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Activity Spot Wet Cleaning



Action By & Date


Operative

Operative

Operative

Operative to wear rubber gloves and to be inducted in Manufacturers instructions for use. (Operatives with a latex allergy will be issued with an alternative glove). Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments. Mix hot and cold water and test before use. In accordance with the manufacturers instructions, chemicals should never be mixed. COSHH sheets should be displayed in cleaning cupboards. Operative to adhere to COSHH assessments.

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